«A unique talent, dramatic talent, the ability to transform into a variety of images allowed you to conquer the best scenes in the world. To Shine in operas by Dargomyzhsky and Glinka, Rimsky-Korsakov, Borodin, Prokofiev. Your work is a vivid example of a generous, rare power and versatility of talent, remarkable efficiency, dedication,» reads the telegram posted on the website of the Cabinet.